Personal protective equipment (PPE) is designed to protect individuals from hazards that cause illness and injury. Employers are responsible for assessing their workplaces to determine what hazards are present that may require the use of PPE. Manufacturers should design PPE to meet standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Workers may suffer[…]
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of having adequate medical supplies available during an emergency. This includes ventilators and personal protective equipment (PPE), such as surgical masks, N95 facemasks, and gloves. According to the U.S Chamber of Commerce, the pandemic has caused a staggering 40-fold increase in the demand for N95 masks in the[…]